The Homeless Coalition

07/29/2024

🍎📦 Urgent Food Drive: We Need Your Help! 📦🍎

The Homeless Coalition is experiencing a severe food shortage, and we urgently need your support to continue providing essential nourishment to those in need. Your generosity can make a huge difference in the lives of families facing hunger.

📝 How You Can Help:
1. Donate Non perishable Foods: Drop off items at:
- Fabulous Finds ReSale Shop & Unique Boutique
- The Homeless Coalition
2. Amazon Wishlist: Make donating easy from the comfort of your home! 🛒

Browse and purchase needed items directly from our Amazon Wishlist: https://a.co/cgkj3XU

This food drive is vital, and every little bit counts. Your contributions, no matter how small, go a long way in supporting our community members during these challenging times.

🙏 We deeply appreciate your kindness and support. Together, we can ensure no one goes hungry.

07/26/2024

Check out this latest study about the housing crisis in the United States - Out of Reach 2024: The High Cost of Housing.

This annual report focuses on the growing disparity between people's incomes and the cost of modest rental housing across the United States. Despite improvements in wages, inflation, and unemployment, low-wage workers and renters with limited incomes still face difficulties in affording rent. As a result, homelessness rates are increasing due to the lack of affordable housing options. Addressing these issues will require sustained federal support for affordable housing and the implementation of the Housing First approach to combat homelessness.

For more information, visit:

shows how difficult it is for renters to find affordable housing. Find out how much a renter must earn to afford a modest home at https://nlihc.org/oor

07/24/2024

Celebrating Our Everyday Heroes on Parent Appreciation Day!

Today, The Homeless Coalition wants to take a moment to shine the spotlight on some of the most remarkable people in our community – the parents.
Your dedication, strength, and unwavering love truly make a world of difference! 🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️

07/22/2024

Let's turn summer into a season of giving!

Summer break may be a relief for kids, but it's sometimes another story for parents who bear the extra cost of food. will you lend a hand to The Homeless Coalition's food drive? Your donation of non-perishable items can make a world of difference. Drop off locations are Fabulous Finds and The Homeless Coalition, or order directly from our Amazon wishlist. Let's fight hunger together, one meal at a time!🍽️💛

Donate from our Amazon Wishlist: https://a.co/cgkj3XU

07/19/2024

🍽️ Help Us Reach 100k in 100 Days! 🍽️

Dear Community,

We urgently need your support to sustain our Hunger Prevention Program. In 2023 alone, our food pantry has served over 1,000 families and households, and the demand keeps growing.

📈 Why It Matters:
- We believe no one should go hungry.
- The number of families needing assistance is increasing.
- Your contributions will directly support our mission to ensure everyone has access to nutritious food.

💰 How You Can Help:
Please consider donating to help us reach our $100,000 goal. Every dollar counts and brings us closer to our goal of helping more families in need.

Donate: cchomelesscoalition.org/100k
*Donations made to Charlotte County Homeless Coalition are unrestricted funds.

07/17/2024

Imagine going to bed without a meal... heartbreaking, right? Our neighbors in Charlotte County are facing nights like these with our pantry numbers continually rising. Can you help us ensure fewer empty stomachs and more smiles this summer? With just a few clicks on this last day of Amazon Prime, your donation of non-perishable foods can make a massive difference. Let's end hunger, one box at a time.

Donate: https://a.co/cgkj3XU

07/15/2024

🌟 ATTENTION AMAZON PRIME SHOPPERS! 🌟

Tomorrow's the start of a BIG day, Prime Day, and we have a PRIME opportunity for you. The Homeless Coalition needs YOU!

⭐️ Donate everyday essentials like non-perishable food, cleaning supplies, bikes at a bargain. Let's come together and fill our pantry, kitchen, emergency shelter and rehousing program with the essentials the community needs to get back on their feet. Thank you for being our community superheroes! 🙌

Donate from our wishlist:

07/12/2024

We need your support during this year's Amazon Prime Day, happening July 16-17! The Homeless Coalition has an urgent need for items to help those experiencing homelessness in our area.

From beds and bikes to non-perishable foods and cleaning supplies, every donation makes a big difference. Please check out our Amazon Wishlist and consider purchasing something to support our food pantry, kitchen, rapid rehousing, and emergency shelter programs.

Together, we can ensure our neighbors in need have access to the essentials they require. Thank you all for your generosity - it truly means the world to us and the people we serve.

Donate from our wishlist:

07/10/2024

We're 44 days into our mission of raising $100,000 in 100 days, and we're just getting started! Thanks to your incredible support, we've already raised $19,778. But we need to keep the momentum going.

Can we count on you to help us reach $50,000 in the next 6 days? This will get The Homeless Coalition on track to meet our ambitious goal and make a real difference in our community.

Every dollar counts, so please donate now. Together, we can provide critical resources and services to those in need. Let's show what we can accomplish when we work as a team. Donate today and help us change lives!

Donate: cchomelesscoalition.org/100k

07/09/2024

🔥 Attention Florida Residents: Stay Safe During the Heat Wave! 🔥

As the heat wave continues to scorch Florida, it's crucial to take steps to protect yourself and your loved ones. Here are some essential tips from Charlotte County Emergency Management

- Never leave people or pets in a closed car on a warm day.
- Find air-conditioned spaces like libraries and recreation centers if your home doesn’t have air conditioning.
- Take cool showers or baths and wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing.
- Reduce oven use to lower the temperature in your home.
- Seek shade and wear a wide-brimmed hat outdoors.
- Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids.
- Avoid high-energy activities and check on family members, older adults, and neighbors.
- Be mindful of heat-related illnesses and watch for heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke.
- Take care of your pets - provide them with cool water and access to comfortable shade.

Remember, special attention should be given to:
- Young children and infants
- Older adults, especially those with pre-existing conditions or limited mobility
- People with chronic medical conditions
- Pregnant women

Let's all stay safe and look out for one another during this intense heat wave! 🌞

07/08/2024

The Homeless Coalition needs the community's help and Amazon Prime Day is just around the corner, July 16-17 - the perfect time to donate at a bargain!

We have an Amazon wishlist of essential items to support our food pantry, kitchen, rapid rehousing, and emergency shelter programs. From beds and bikes to non-perishable foods and cleaning supplies - every donation makes a difference in providing for our neighbors in need.

Anything you can contribute, big or small, will be deeply appreciated. Visit our Amazon wishlist now to find ways you can lend a hand. Together, we can make a real impact!

Donate from our wishlist:

07/05/2024

We are truly grateful for the ongoing support of Bethel AME Church and their recent donation of much-needed toiletry items for the residents at our emergency shelter. Their faithful commitment to serving our community's most vulnerable is deeply appreciated.

These essential personal care products will make a meaningful difference in the lives of the individuals and families we serve, allowing them to focus on getting back on their feet during this difficult time. We're honored to have Bethel AME Church as a partner in our mission to provide hope and opportunity for those experiencing homelessness.